FEATURES
🏰【Experience the vibrant energy of Claire Naudin's Le Cloud 34 2020, an Aligoté from a pioneer of Burgundy's natural wine scene, offering a rare and delicious expression of old-vine character.】 This tense and energized white wine presents an intense nose of white and exotic fruits, with a round, rich, and easy palate, balanced by refreshing zippiness and a lovely creamy texture.
🍴 This Aligoté is a fantastic match for smoked or grilled fish, Mediterranean dishes with tomatoes, olive oil, basil, or oregano. It also complements roast white meats, fresh seafood, crunchy greens, fried food, and simple, salty appetizers.
🥂 Ideal for those who appreciate natural wines and unique Burgundian expressions. Perfect for a casual dinner, a seafood feast, or as an intriguing aperitif to spark conversation.
BACKGROUND
Claire Naudin is a highly respected winemaker based in Magny-lès-Villers, Burgundy, managing Domaine Naudin-Ferrand. She is celebrated for her natural winemaking approach, focusing on whole-cluster fermentation, minimal sulfur use, and expressing the pure essence of her terroirs. 'Le Cloud' is a specific lieu-dit located in the Ladoix appellation, and '34' refers to the specific parcel or vintage iteration. Naudin's wines are known for their ethereal aromatics, vibrant energy, and silky textures. Le Cloud typically offers a beautiful expression of Pinot Noir, with bright red fruit, floral notes, and a delicate yet persistent structure, reflecting Claire's meticulous and intuitive touch in the cellar.
